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FESTIVAL 26 MARCH - 30 APRI L 2021 OVER 100 FESTIVAL & FRINGE EVENTS INSIDE

Acknowledgment of Country

We acknowledge the people of the Bundjalung, Gumbaynggirr and Yaegl nations, traditional custodians of the lands where these events, exhibitions, workshops and performances will take place, and pay tribute and respect to Elders, past and present of the Bundjalung, Gumbaynggirr and Yaegl nations which lie within the Clarence Valley Council boundary.

Deborah Taylor, Breimba, 2014 (detail)

Take the Plunge!

Congratulations to the Clarence Valley community on 10 years of the Plunge Arts & Cultural Festival. It has been a pleasure to watch the festival grow as a part of the Clarence Valley community and I’m looking forward to celebrating the 10th Festival as Mayor.

It has been a challenging couple of years, particularly for arts and culture workers, as performances and events have been rescheduled or cancelled. Thank you to the community organisations, businesses and creatives who have rallied to create what promises to be a wonderful celebration of culture in the Clarence. And thanks to the community and visitors to our region for coming out to support the events, watch the shows, attend performances, and participate in a workshop.

We have a rich and diverse culture and Clarence Valley Council is proud to support the sector through the annual Plunge Festival. This program contains information on events, exhibitions performances, workshops and more between 1 - 30 April (and a few outside these dates).

I hope to see you out and about at a Plunge event during April.

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How to use this book The plunge festival is a collection of Arts & Cultural events right across the Clarence Valley during the month of April. Also included are some fringe events later in the year so you can take advantage of what’s on offer beyond the festival dates.

Events are listed by category and generally in date order with the earliest events first. You’ll find a couple of pages towards the end of the book to make notes about things you don’t want to miss.

This book is also online at www.clarence.nsw.gov.au/plunge where you will find most of the links to ticketing or event websites. Workshops can get booked out so make sure you reserve your spot early to avoid any disappointment.

Have a wonderful plunge festival!

All events, times, dates, prices are correct at the time of printing and may be subject to change. Be sure to like us on facebook at www.facebook.com/clarencevalleyculture and check regularly for updates on workshops and events.

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CULTURAL EXPERIENCES & EVENTS

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EXHIBITIONS, LAUNCHES & OPEN STUDIOS

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MUSIC, DANCE & THEATRE PERFORMANCE

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ART, CRAFT AND FOOD MARKETS

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YOUTH & KIDS WORKSHOPS & EVENTS

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WORKSHOPS, EDUCATION & ARTIST TALKS

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FLIP: CLARENCE RIVER ARTS & CULTURE MAP

Image: Susan Polsen, Ulmarra Ferry to Home. InFocus Mobile Category Winner 2022

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1 APRIL

THE DEPOSITORY CREATIVE COMMUNITY SPACE

COLDSTREAM GALLERY 5TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS

Drop into the newest creative space in the Clarence Valley. A place for stories, gathering, creating and learning on Yaegl Country. Artworks for sale, studio space for creative groups to meet and much more.

Coldstream Gallery is celebrating our 5th birthday. Join us in this celebration with birthday cake and some bubbly.

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Wednesday to Sunday, 10am-2pm 2:30-4:30pm The Depository, 6 River Street, Maclean FREE Instagram: @thedepositorymaclean

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Friday 1 April, 2 - 4pm 5 Coldstream Street, Ulmarra FREE www.coldstreamgallery.com.au/ exhibitions-and-events info@coldstreamgallery.com.au Facebook: @coldstreamgalleryulmarra

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A SUNDAY STROLL

FOGG MORNING TEA

Experience is sometimes enough. Join local artist Robert Moore for a walk around Grafton to listen to the sounds of the environment. Afterwards, at the gallery view his current exhibition and contribute to a collective artwork. Vision impaired people are encouraged to attend with support.

Join the Friends for a morning with a monthly guest speaker.

Featuring guest speakers across the year, the Friends invite everyone in the Clarence Valley to come along and learn from local artists, inspirational speakers, and the occasional interactive workshop!

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Sunday 10 April, 9 - 11am Grafton Regional Gallery 158 Fitzroy St, Grafton FREE. Suitable for 16+yrs

COST: INFO & BOOKINGS: https://graftonregionalgallery. eventbrite.com.au gallery@clarence.nsw.gov.au 02 6642 3177

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Wednesday 27th April, 10.30am - 12.30pm Grafton Regional Gallery 158 Fitzroy St, Grafton FREE for Friends Members

COST: INFO & BOOKINGS: www.aprilfoggmorning. eventbrite.com.au www.galleryfriends.com.au friendsofgraftongallery@gmail.com

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24 APRIL

NATURE CONNECTION DAY 1 DEEP ECOLOGY

NATURE CONNECTION DAY 2 THE COUNCIL OF ALL BEINGS

Connect with nature through a range of activities that help you “tune in”. Learn how to have a wilderness experience in your own backyard!

A full day experience for people aged 14+ exploring a regenerative culture and tapping into this amazing planet’s vibrant self-healing. Held in the magical rainforest refuge of Foresthaven.

Dive deeper into the web of life on Day 2 of the nature connection weekend. Practise speaking for, and listening to, the unheard voices of nature for inspiration and guidance beyond our human perspective. Join us in mask making and community theatre, cocreating this powerful experience.

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Saturday 23 April, 10am-5pm

WHERE: Foresthaven, 9 Hoschkes Lane, Maclean COST: $60 Day 1 only or $100 both days (if booked together) INFO & BOOKINGS: www.trybooking.com/BWPLA light.anja@gmail.com friendsofforesthaven.wordpress.com Facebook: @foresthaven11

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Sunday 24 April, 10am-5pm

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AN AUTUMNAL APRIL EXHIBITION OPENING

HIGH TEA WITH STRINGS ‘N’ THINGS

Join us for a lovely afternoon at the Gallery, and celebrate the opening of five new Exhibitions.

Pay Bar available. Live music.

“Cupped” by the Clarence River on Eatonsville hill, a beautiful country hall resonates with the music of Strings ‘n’ Things from Clarence Valley Conservatorium.

Sip a cuppa (included in entry) amongst the relaxed social atmosphere. Delicious sandwiches and cakes for sale. Prizes: BYO cuppa paraphernalia; for details see Facebook or call.

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Saturday 30 April, 3pm-5pm Grafton Regional Gallery 158 Fitzroy St, Grafton Entry by donation

COST: INFO & BOOKINGS: www.autumnalaprilafternoon. eventbrite.com.au www.graftongallery.nsw.gov.au gallery@clarence.nsw.gov.au

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Saturday 30 April, 2:30-4:30pm Eatsonsville Hall 38 Orara Street, Eatsonsville $10 includes tea ‘n’ coffee

COST: INFO & BOOKINGS: Follow links on Facebook or call 0403415595 Facebook: Eatsonsville Hall

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FRINGE EVENT

RIVERLIGHT ULMARRA A riverside lantern festival for families and visiting friends. Enjoy live music, food stalls and a licensed bar in Bailey Park Ulmarra and join local school students in lighting up the night in the lantern parade. Join the public workshops to make a large lantern sculpture that reflects Ulmarra’s character.

Enjoy great local food, cool drinks from our licensed bar, market stalls and fantastic live music from a curated selection of the Clarence Valley’s best young and established artists.

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Saturday 14 May , 2 - 9pm Bailey Park, Ulmarra $15 plus booking fee www.riverlightulmarra.com.au Instagram: @riverlightulmarra

Image: Joy Hayman-Ward, Our Red Heart. InFocus Digital Category Winner 2022

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Fast Food & Refreshments Available

MACLEAN HIGHLAND GATHERING The Maclean Highland Gathering is a celebration of the Scottish heritage and culture held over Good Friday and Easter Saturday each year. Steeped in tradition with over 129 years of history the Maclean Highland Gathering sees Maclean come alive with the sound of pipes and drums, the physical artistry of the highland dancers and all the action of the highland sports. Highlights include the Ceilidh in the Park and the solo piping events on Friday afternoon and evening, the pipe bands parading through the streets of Maclean on Easter Saturday morning, high level pipe band and highland dancing events all through Saturday at the Maclean Showgrounds culminating with the Massed Bands display at 4pm. Lunch Fast Food & Refreshments Available on Saturday.

COST: Adults $15, Aged Pensioners $10, School Age Children $5 INFO & BOOKINGS: Buy tickets at the gate of via www.macleanhighlandgathering.com.au Facebook: @lowerclarencescottishassociation

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FRIDAY 15 APRIL: Solo Piping & Drumming Maclean Showground, Afternoon (A) Piping Piobaireachd Clarence Valley Council Foyer Maclean, 6:00pm (A) Piping M/S/R, (A) Piping Air/Hornpipe/Jig Maclean Civic Hall, 6:00pm Ceilidh in the Park - Civic Welcome and Special Artists Mclachlan Park, River Street, Maclean, 7:15pm

SATURDAY 16 APRIL: Bands on Parade River Street, Maclean, 8:30am Highland Dancing Contest Maclean Showground, 9:00am Pipe Band Contest Maclean Showground, 9:30am Highland Sport Registration Maclean Showground, 10:00am Official Opening Pipe Band Contests continue Drum Major Solo Contest Maclean Showground, 12:30pm Massed Band Display Maclean Showground, 4:15pm Piping Recital Venue to be confirmed, 8:00pm

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Jacaranda Acquisitive Drawing Award GRAFTON REGIONAL GALLERY

Artists are invited to submit entries to the 2022 Jacaranda Acquisitive Drawing Award Entries open 31 January Entries close 31 June

Major acquisitive award of $35,000 Non-acquisitive award for early career, emerging or unrepresented artists of $3,500

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Jacaranda Acquisitive Drawing Award 2O22

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1 APRIL

ARTIST OF THE MONTH @ ILUKA EMPORIUM

OPEN STUDIO: DIVANIX

Visit April feature artist Jac from Bonnie Bide designs. View her unique fibre art inspired from the love of natural textures.

Local textile and mixed media artist invites you to her studio to view her studio space.

Come and see where and how I create my Wearable Art textile and jewellery pieces.

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Wednesday to Mondays during April, 9am - 3pm Iluka Emporium 61 Charles St, Iluka FREE www.ilukaemporium.com Instagram: @bonniebideliving

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Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays during plunge, 10am - 3pm 80 Clarence Street, Brushgrove FREE entry with an option to make your own earings from $15 Facebook: @divanix Instagram: @divanixdesign

1 APRIL

FERRY PARK ART & CRAFT GALLERY

OPEN STUDIO: FIBRE DELIGHTS

Ferry Park Gallery proudly sells and displays work of local Clarence Valley Artisans. Each month the work of an artist is showcased in the front of the gallery and small exhibitions are held throughout the year showing work of affiliated groups.

Unique and quirky - we stock all types of hand made items from around 15 different makers and artisans all living in the Clarence Valley - We also stock a range of supplies including yarns, buttons & merino wooltops for felting - Open 7 days a week.

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7 days a week (except Christmas Day), 9am - 4pm Ferry Park Gallery, 5287 Big River Way (cnr Cameron St), Maclean FREE www.ferryparkgallery.net info@ferrypark.net Facebook: @ferryparkgallery

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Open Daily, 9:30am-3:30pm Fibre Delights 13 Coldstream Street, Ulmarra FREE to browse Facebook: @fibredelights Instagram: @fibre_delights www.etsy.com/au/shop/ FibreDelights

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FRINGE EVENT

Sheryl Fisher’s winning ‘PORTRAITS’ from 2021.

CEDAR AND STEAM ART PRIZE AND EXHIBITION ARTIST CALL OUT: Calling all creative people! Enter and/or attend our historic timber village’s annual art and photo exhibition. There are open and youth categories in photography, painting, drawing, fibre and sculpture.

Entry forms will be available from the first of March.

EXHIBITION: Cate Broekman, a talented young artist will be one of our guest exhibitors with her 2021 HSC drawings of her family. This multi talented up-and-coming-artist will debut her promising career at Glenreagh’s Cedar and Steam exhibition.

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Exhibition Opening & Prizes: Friday 17 June, from 5:30 Exhibition: Saturday 18 June, 9am - 3pm Glenreagh School of Arts Hall Coramba Street, Glenreagh Honi Reifler honireifler51@gmail.com (02) 6649 0955

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LINGUA FRANCA: TEXT WORKS FROM THE COLLECTION

RESIST:STANCE! BLAK DOUGLAS & JASON WING

A Lingua Franca is language that is adopted as a common dialect between speakers whose native tongues are different. Words become modified to fill in gaps and overcome language barriers so that people can communicate more freely. This exhibition celebrates language by bringing together works from the collection that feature text.

For a period nearing two decades, Blak Douglas & Jason Wing have been exhibiting politically charged art works. Motivated by the ongoing failure of respective Governments to fully reconcile the historic atrocities inflicted upon First Nations peoples of this continent.

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‘till Sunday 24 April, Open Tues - Sun, 10am to 4pm Grafton Regional Gallery 158 Fitzroy St, Grafton Entry by donation www.graftongallery.nsw.gov.au gallery@clarence.nsw.gov.au 02 6642 3177 Facebook: @graftonregionalgalleryau

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‘till Sunday 24 April, Open Tues - Sun, 10am to 4pm Grafton Regional Gallery 158 Fitzroy St, Grafton Entry by donation www.graftongallery.nsw.gov.au gallery@clarence.nsw.gov.au 02 6642 3177 Facebook: @graftonregionalgalleryau

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1 APRIL

BIRDSONG: ROBERT MOORE

AWAKENINGS: THE MAKING OF THINGS IMPOSSIBLE

Robert Moore has spent the past 20-odd years living in the bush just outside of Grafton, NSW. This exhibition affirms Moore’s fascination with birds; “they are beautiful beings to paint.

Wonderful shapes, great colours. When I paint birds, I paint the landscape.”

This exhibition traces the collaborative work between SPRUNG!! and Andrew Christie, through their construction of virtual reality experiences where conceptions of disability visually inhabit the digital space and complicate notions of ablism, mental health and gender expression. From a theatre production at NORPA in Lismore, to exhibited print and video works at Regional Galleries in northern NSW.

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‘till Sunday 24 April, Open Tues - Sun, 10am to 4pm Grafton Regional Gallery 158 Fitzroy St, Grafton Entry by donation www.graftongallery.nsw.gov.au gallery@clarence.nsw.gov.au 02 6642 3177 Facebook: @graftonregionalgalleryau

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‘till Sunday 24 April, Open Tues - Sun, 10am to 4pm Grafton Regional Gallery 158 Fitzroy St, Grafton Entry by donation www.graftongallery.nsw.gov.au gallery@clarence.nsw.gov.au 02 6642 3177

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8TH ANNUAL SMALL WORKS COMPETITIVE EXHIBITION ART COMPETITION: A competitive art event where entrants create an 8”x 8” artwork on the theme “From My Window”. Entrants must use canvas supplied with entry purchase. Open and Junior categories.

All works exhibited, as per rules on entry form. Cash prizes.

DEADLINE FOR ENTRIES: Entries close 25 March COST OF ENTRIES: Competition entries - $7 junior $12 open/adult OPENING EVENT: 1 April, 6pm EXHIBITION: 1-30 April 2022, Daily 9am-4pm WHERE: Ferry Park Gallery 5287 Big River Way (cnr Cameron St) Maclean COST: Exhibition entry FREE INFO: www.ferryparkgallery.net info@ferrypark.net Socials: @ferryparkgallery

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1 APRIL

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OUR CLARENCE 2022: ART PRIZE & EXHIBITION The Clarence Valley is home to some amazing people living in some special places. Our Clarence is an exhibition of various works showcasing what the Clarence Valley means to them. From the headwaters of the Clarence, through the gorges, farms, national parks, villages, towns all the way to the ocean. First prize $500 ART PRIZE: Entries close Sunday 27 March Entry forms and further information available at the gallery or www.coldstreamgallery.com.au OPENING EVENT: Saturday 2 April, 5 - 7pm Join us for the official opening of Our Clarence 2022.An annual exhibition showcasing the best of the Clarence Valley. Live entertainment, food, and drink. This is a ticketed event, book your tickets early to avoid disappointment.

EXHIBITION: 1 April - 1 May, during gallery opening hours, WINNERS ANNOUNCEMENT: Saturday 30 April, 2pm Join us for the official announcement of the People’s Choice winners of Our Clarence 2022, this is one not to be missed.

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Coldstream Gallery 5 Coldstream Street, Ulmarra https://coldstreamgallery.eventbrite.com.au www.coldstreamgallery.com.au/exhibitions-and-events info@coldstreamgallery.com.au

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POTTERY OPEN STUDIO

EDGE WITH KERRIE BOWLES

Geoff Crispin’s wood fired stoneware and porcelain ceramics utilising local raw materials where possible.

Edge is the latest exhibition with Gallery owner, Kerrie Bowles. Edge explores the spaces between. The spaces where we transition from one place to another – where we find change and details. Join us for the exhibition opening on Saturday 2nd April.

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1st to 30th April Studio open by arrangement .

Contact Geoff to arrange suitable times.

40 Whiteman Creek Road, 23 kms north west of Grafton FREE geoffcrispin.com.au geoff.crispin@gmail.com 0437279436

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Exhibtiion Opening 2 April, 10am-4pm Cowper Art Gallery and Studio 90 Clarence Street, Cowper FREE www.cowperartgallery.com cowpergallery@iinet.net.au Facebook: @Cowperartgallery

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2 APRIL

HOPEFUL DISRUPTIONS: CARE FOR BIIRRINBA

WATER COUNTRY

Exploring tree connections & feral shadows. An evolving project to connect art, environment, and community. Artists: Deb Taylor, Rochelle Summerfield, Tracy Pateman and Will Rodgers. The Sanctuary Tree Project is a multimedia installation representing the importance of old trees.

View the next stage - the Mapping Project showing positive environmental efforts in the Clarence and Feral shadows including the Bush Lemon Project.

A body of work by Graham Mackie and Fiona Nicholls. These two Clarence Valley artists bring together paintings, drawings and photographs exploring contemporary themes of “Wild Places”. Graham’s abode is the country of the Mann and inland rivers. Fiona explores ocean realms and coastal edges.

Both express water and country intertwined.

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Saturday 2 & Sunday 3 April, 11am-4pm each day Seelands Hall 5 Ski Lodge Road, Seelands FREE www.hopefuldisruptions.org Facebook: @HopefulDisruptions

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Saturday 2 April to Sunday 1 May 2022 Opening Friday 1 April, 5:30pm The Old Kirk, Yamba Museum River St, Yamba – next to golf club $5.00 for entry to both Museum and Old Kirk Members and children free www.pyhsmuseum.org.au

6 APRIL

MARC STILLHARD ARTIST AT THE MARKETS

ARTIST IN RESIDENCE LEEN RIETH

Local artist Marc Stillhard will be at the Yamba Farmers Markets exhibiting his original artworks. As well as selling a selection of t-shirts, bags and merchandise printed with his original art designs. Come and meet Marc, to view or purchase his wonderful art work.

Artist in Residence Leen Rieth is creating work for InlandSee - an exciting large scale survey exhibition of cutting edge contemporary art coming to the Grafton Regional Gallery in July 2022. Come meet the artist between 11am & 1pm.

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Wednesday 6th April, 7am - 11am Yamba Farmer’s Market, Whiting Beach Carpark, Yamba FREE www.artbymarc.com.au

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10 - 14 April, Open Tues - Sun, 10am to 4pm Grafton Regional Gallery 158 Fitzroy St, Grafton Entry by donation www.graftongallery.nsw.gov.au gallery@clarence.nsw.gov.au 02 6642 3177

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11 APRIL

WILD ABOUT WOOLI ART SHOW 2022 ARTIST CALL OUT: The Wild About Wooli Art Show invites artists to enter works with this year’s theme “SHOW US WHAT YOU ARE WILD ABOUT’. Most mediums represented - check website for categories and entry forms.

Prizes awarded for Best in Show, Highly Commended and Youth Category. Great fun, all welcome.

DEADLINE FOR ENTRIES: By post - Monday 11 April Wooli Artists Gathering Post Office Wooli 2462 In person : 9.00am- 2.00pm on Tuesday 12 April Wooli Community Hall.

INFO: www.protectwooli.com.au/2021/12/15/art-2022 ART SHOW: Artist or not, come enjoy a drink & a nibble and admire the works of our talented coastal community.

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Opening Night & Prize Announcements: Friday 15th April, 6.30pm Exhibition: Saturday 16th & Sunday 17th April,10.00am - 3.00pm.

Wooli Community Hall, Main Street Wooli Opening night Adults $ 10.00, Children $5.00 (under 12yrs) Saturday & Sunday $2.00 www.protectwooli.com.au/2021/12/15/art-2022

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CLARENCE VALLEY CREATIVE ARTS FESTIVAL 2022

ARTIST IN RESIDENCE CAROLYN CRAIG

Clarence Valley Artists are invited to a the beautiful Coombadjha Artist Camp to experience the glory of the Clarence & Mann River System - Bring your art materials, food and supplies.

Come for the day or camp overnight and sit around the campfire with a wine/beer in hand watching the camp oven cooking

Artist in Residence Carolyn Craig is creating work for InlandSee - an exciting largescale survey exhibition of cutting-edge contemporary art coming to the Grafton Regional Gallery in July 2022. Drop in to meet the artist and view their process on the last day - 23rd April.

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Saturday 16 April to Sunday 17 April (Easter Sunday) 2019 Carnham Road Coombadjha via Grafton no cost - artists need to sign a waiver on arrival. www.graham-mackie-artist.com danfrogan50@gmail.com Facebook : Coombadjha Art Studio 02 6647 4609

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19 - 23 April, Open Tues - Sun, 10am to 4pm Grafton Regional Gallery 158 Fitzroy St, Grafton Entry by donation www.graftongallery.nsw.gov.au gallery@clarence.nsw.gov.au 02 6642 3177

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ILUKA EMPORIUM EXHIBITION & MEET THE ARTISTS

QUILT EXHIBITION

View our eclectic mix of local art and collectibles. Support local artists as part of a not for profit association. Find out about workshops and becoming involved. Live music, drinks and nibbles.

An exhibition of traditional, art and modern quilts & other textiles by the students & staff of Hand Stitched Owl Studio.

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Friday 22 April, 9am - 3pm 61 Charles Street, Iluka FREE www.ilukaemporium.com ilukaemporium@gmail.com Facebook: @ilukaemporium

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Friday 29 April, 1-6pm & Saturday 30 April, 9am-1pm Hand Stitched Owl 61 Skinner Street, South Grafton FREE www.handstitchedowl.com.au Socials: @hand_stitched_owl

30 APRIL

RIVERSTONES & RAMIFICATIONS: BRONWYN BANCROFT

NORTHERN RIVERS CREATIVE SPOTLIGHT

As an artist Bronwyn has dedicated her life to exploring and recording her family and their history, while weaving her own story as a Bundjalung woman, mother, and artist into this history. She has a powerful urge to document this enduring link that speaks to the tenacity of her family.

WHEN: 30 April - 3 July, Open Tues - Sun, 10am to 4pm WHERE: Grafton Regional Gallery 158 Fitzroy St, Grafton COST: Entry by donation INFO : www.graftongallery.nsw.gov.au gallery@clarence.nsw.gov.au 02 6642 3177

This multi-arts program features a group of artists from the Northern Rivers Creative directory. This platform showcases a range of creative industries including visual arts, design, Indigenous arts, literature, music, performance, screen and creative services.

WHEN: 30 April - 3 July, Open Tues - Sun, 10am to 4pm WHERE: Grafton Regional Gallery 158 Fitzroy St, Grafton COST: Entry by donation INFO : www.graftongallery.nsw.gov.au gallery@clarence.nsw.gov.au 02 6642 3177

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30 APRIL

GESTURE: BODY LANGUAGE IN THE COLLECTION

FIRST NATIONS CURATOR FRANCES BELLE PARKER

The figure is a perennial subject within art.

This collection exhibition explores how artists use the figure and specifically, body language and gestures to communicate ideas about the broader human experience.

Nationally Acclaimed First Nations artist and curator Frances Belle Parker has been invited to develop an exhibition of artworks sourced from the Gallery collection.

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30 April - 3 July, Open Tues - Sun, 10am to 4pm Grafton Regional Gallery 158 Fitzroy St, Grafton Entry by donation www.graftongallery.nsw.gov.au gallery@clarence.nsw.gov.au 02 6642 3177

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30 April - 3 July, Open Tues - Sun, 10am to 4pm Grafton Regional Gallery 158 Fitzroy St, Grafton Entry by donation www.graftongallery.nsw.gov.au gallery@clarence.nsw.gov.au 02 6642 3177

22 APRIL

ARTISTS IN RESIDENCE BOTERO HQ MACLEAN Our award-winning artists will be on site at Botero Maclean creating artworks in a range of media. Come have a chat with Ian Versace, Matt Baker and Harry Westera as they paint their way through the Plunge Festival. These local artists have backgrounds in education and would love to talk to you about art and how they create. You might even find an artwork to fall in love with and take home.

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22-24 April and 29-30 April. 9-2pm each day.

Botero Coffee Shop 275 River Street, Maclean FREE Instagram ian_versace_artist Instagram mattbakerfineart Facebook Harry Westera Art

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Image: Derry Moroney, Tree of Life – Lake Cakora. InFocus Compact Category Winner 2022

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MUSIC, DANCE & THEATRE PERFORMANCE

French Café

A SPRUNG!! INTEGRATED DANCE THEATRE PRODUCTION

Saturday 2 April, 6pm Grafton Regional Gallery Courtyard 75 mins (no interval) Join us in a sunset bar for French Café, a dance-theatre cabaret created by the Sprung!! Ensemble. This remount of highly successful shows at NORPA Lismore and the Brunswick Picture House introduces some new characters, drama, and love to the already colourful performance.

At French Café there is hope of finding love, even for the most fringe members of 'French' society. Set to a soundtrack of French classics, the characters dance their way through awkward first meetings, the eruption of deep traumas and sensational bring the house down cabaret numbers.

French Café is a sexy soirée that gets bent and ends in high drama.

CREATIVE TEAM: Original Choreography: Michael Hennessy Original Concept: Liz Lea Director / Dramaturg: Kate McDowell Lighting Designer: Karl Johnson Co-choreographers:

Tickets:

Asher Bowen-Saunders, Che Pritchard

Single $20, carers free

Stage Manager: Charlotte Walker

Book via Eventbrite

Creative Support: Katie Cooper-Wares Sprung!! Artists / Co creators: Alice Misty Moscheinen, Tallula Borne, Sinead Skorka Brennan, Tara Coughlan,

Rubony’s Café open for bar service Patron Advice: Recommended for ages 12+

Breanna Fisher, Bryn James, Mac McAuley,

Doors open at 5pm

Zac Mifsud, Kane Shields, Freya Toussant

for 6pm performance

Image: Kate Holmes. Courtesy of Sprung!!

1 APRIL

DREAMS: FLEETWOOD MAC & STEVIE NICKS TRIBUTE SHOW

BANDS IN THE PARK

Join us for a massive two and a half hour show as Dreams pays tribute to one of the world’s best-selling bands of all time Fleetwood Mac and the solo career of their leading lady Stevie Nicks

The Clarence Valley Conservatorium Jazz Ensemble and Concert Band along with special guest ensembles give a free performance in Market Square performing familiar favourites.

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Friday 1 April, 8pm Saraton Theatre 99 Prince Street, Grafton COST: $30 child $39.90 student, senior, concession $45 adult (Booking fee applies for online booking) INFO & BOOKINGS: www.saraton.com

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COST: INFO :

Sunday 3 April, 3pm Market Square Grafton Corner Prince and Dobie Street FREE www.cvcon.nsw.edu.au Socials: @clarencevalleycon

9 APRIL

MONEY FOR NOTHING - DIRE STRAITS TRIBUTE SHOW

GRAFTON DANCE EISTEDDFOD

Money for Nothin is a world class tribute to one of the world’s most popular bands from the 70’s and 80’s – Dire Straits. The musicality and attention to detail has made this show a must see for any classic rock enthusiast, guitar lover or Dire Straits fan!

A dance competition for all ages, individuals and groups in a variety of dance styles. Competitors have the opportunity to win prizes including trophies, medals, prize money, scholarships and encouragement awards. Spectators can enjoy a vast selection of performances by dancers from the Clarence and surrounding regions. From beginners through to professionally presented performances.

WHEN: WHERE:

Saturday 9 April, 8pm Yamba Bowling Club 44 Wooli Street, Yamba $27.50

COST: INFO & BOOKINGS: www.yambabowlingclub. com.au/yamba-entertainment/ categories/entertainment

WHEN:

WHERE:

Saturday 9 April - Monday 18 April, Sessions start at 8:30am, 1pm and 6:30pm South Grafton High School, Tyson Street, South Grafton $5

COST: INFO & BOOKINGS: www.graftoneisteddfod.org.au Facebook: @Grafton-Eisteddfod

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12 APRIL

PAUL KELLY

ISOSTYLIN’

Revered Australian singer-songwriter Paul Kelly will be joined by his band to embark on their On The Road Again tour. The tour will see Kelly and his band tour regional towns and cities across the Australian East Coast. Kelly is one of Australia’s finest performers and songwriters, with a place in the ARIA Hall of Fame, 25 studio albums, multiple film soundtracks, and two live albums to his name.

Join the ever-joyful, exuberant and hilarious local movement artist Katie Cooper-Wares as we create our own dance theatre flashmob combining 90s rave moves (to a killer soundtrack) with our 2020/21 lockdown activities! No dance or theatre experience needed! Bookings essential.

WHEN: WHERE:

WHERE:

Tuesday 12 April, from 7pm Yamba Bowling Club 44 Wooli Street, Yamba $85 - SOLD OUT!

COST: INFO & BOOKINGS: www.yambabowlingclub. com.au/yamba-entertainment/ categories/entertainment

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WHEN:

COST:

Easter Saturday 16th April 4-6pm.

Iluka Scout Hall 2 Spenser St, Iluka Adults $12, Concession $10, Under 12yrs $5 (must be accompanied by an adult), Family $20, First Nations people are invited to attend for free.

INFO & BOOKINGS: katiecooperwares@gmail.com (include any access needs) Instagram: @thecontagiousjoyeffect

23 APRIL

SYMPHONY BY THE RIVER

DANIEL CHAMPAGNE

Set in the stunning grounds of Nettle Creek Stud Property, Symphony by the River is an afternoon of fine food and wine, whilst listening to a variety of classical and popular music under the baton of Maestro Dr Greg Butcher and the Clarence Valley Orchestra.

Daniel is now regarded as a leading light in acoustic music, with a firm reputation for dropping jaws, making crowds buzz and breaking guitars wherever he goes!

WHEN: WHERE:

Saturday 23 April, 12noon - 5pm Nettle Creek, Nettle Creek Road, Pulganbar $85

COST: INFO & BOOKINGS: www.eventbrite.com.au/e/ symphony-by-the-river- tickets-162875441831 Facebook: @clarencevalleyorchestra

WHEN: WHERE:

Wednesday 27 April, 8pm Yamba Bowling Club 44 Wooli Street, Yamba $32.50

COST: INFO & BOOKINGS: www.yambabowlingclub. com.au/yamba-entertainment/ categories/entertainment

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30 APRIL

NIA YAMBA COMMUNITY DANCE JAM If you love moving to music with friends in a fun atmosphere, this Community Dance Jam is for you! No prior experience needed, everBODY is welcome! Nia is a fun, barefoot, mindful movement practice guaranteed to make you feel joyful and exhilarated!

All proceeds from this event go to a local charity. Give your body, mind and spirit a gift and support a worthwhile cause. Wear comfortable clothes, bring some water and your smile!

WHEN: WHERE: COST: INFO & BOOKINGS:

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Saturday 30 April, 6 - 7:30pm RSL Hall, Church Street, Yamba $20 donation to charity www.niaaustralia.com.au Socials: vibrant vitality with carol All enquiries to Carol 0412255306

Image: Josh Hiatt, Homely Desk. InFocus Youth Category Winner 2022

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22 APRIL

QUEENSLAND BALLET REGIONAL WORKSHOP TOUR Queensland Ballet Teaching Artists are thrilled to be visiting The Clarence Valley delivering a range of community and education workshops, enabled through the support of Clarence Valley Council. Join us for community classes (6 – 17yrs), QB Petit Pointers, QB Ballet for Seniors. Find out more at queenslandballet.com.au/regionaltour COST: INFO & BOOKINGS:

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$10 per workshop www.queenslandballet.com.au/regionaltour

23 APRIL

MACLEAN

GRAFTON

WHEN: WHERE:

Friday 22 April Maclean Civic Hall, 50 River Street, Maclean

WHEN: WHERE:

Saturday 23 April PCYC 300 Powell Street, Grafton

9am 9:45am 11am 1pm 2:15pm

QB Petit Pointers (2 - 5yrs) Ballet for Seniors (18+) Community Classes 6 - 9yrs Community Classes 10 - 13yrs Community Classes 14yrs+

9am 9:45am 11am 1pm 2:15pm

QB Petit Pointers (2 - 5yrs) Ballet for Seniors (18+) Community Classes 6 - 9yrs Community Classes 10 - 13yrs Community Classes 14yrs+

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Image: Courtesy of Deborah Novak, Yamba Farmers Market/Grafton Twilight Farmers Market.

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MARKETS WEEKLY Wednesday mornings

Yamba Farmers & Producers Market 7.00am - 11.00am Whiting Beach Car Park, Clarence Street, Yamba

Thursday afternoon

Grafton Twilight Farmers Market 3.00pm - 7.00pm Market Square, Grafton CBD (Cnr Pound and Prince Streets)

MONTHLY 1st Saturday (except January)

Glenreagh Markets From 8.00am - 12.30pm 62 Coramba St School of Arts Building

1st Sunday

Iluka Market Cnr Owen & Spenser Streets, Iluka

2nd Saturday

Maclean Community Market Centenary Drive Car Park, Maclean

3rd Saturday

Grafton Showground Markets Cnr Prince & Dobie Streets, Grafton

3rd Sunday

Ashby Market Ashby Community Centre, Lismore St, Ashby

4th Sunday

Yamba River Market Ford Park, River Street, Yamba

SEASONAL 1st Sunday (Mar, Jun, Sep, Dec)

Halfway Creek Local Market Halfway Creek hall, Kungala Rd, Halfway Creek

For more information and up-to-date market listings go to www. myclarencevalley.com/events

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30 APRIL

ABORIGINAL ART MARKET

2 DAY ART & CRAFT MARKET

Join local artists and makers on the banks of the Clarence River on Gumbaynggir country for a day of art, craft, music and food.

Celebrate our Aboriginal culture and meet local artists. Enjoy a Smoking Ceremony, yarning circle, weaving and crochet workshops, music, dancing, traditional healing and beauty products and more. .WHEN: Saturday 30 April, 11am - 2pm

A popular community event and a MONSTER GARAGE SALE, art demonstrations, art for sale, plus craft stalls, bric-a-brac and books in the club hall.

WHERE:

Through St, South Grafton next to Pelican Playhouse FREE

COST: INFO & BOOKINGS: culture@clarence.nsw.gov.au

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WHEN: WHERE: COST: INFO :

Saturday 30 April, 7am-3pm & Sunday 1 May, 8am-2pm Grafton Art Club 365 Dobie Street, Grafton FREE www.graftonartclub.net Facebook: @graftonartclub

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YOUTH & KIDS WORKSHOPS & EVENTS

2 APRIL

WEEKLY YOUTH ART CLASSES

CURIOUS CREATURES

Learn to see as an artist and develop your skills to draw in weekly lessons with Artfully Yours. Become proficient in using a variety of media and explore different techniques. You will develop more confidence and have fun exploring all areas of art while creating a variety of artworks. Age 8-18 Creative Kids Provider.

Curious Creatures Come together for a morning of play and adventure, guided by your own curiosity to connect with beautiful land, waters and all its creatures at Foresthaven rainforest refuge. For young ones aged four and above.

WHEN: WHERE: COST:

Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 3:45-5:15 Grafton Art Club 365 Dobie Street, Grafton Casual lessons $22 /10 lessons @ $17each (includes $2 hall fee)

INFO & BOOKINGS: www.artfullyyours.com.au artfullyyoursdeborah@gmail.com Phone: 0409321226 Facebook: Artfully Yours

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WHEN: WHERE:

Saturday 2 April, 9:30-11:30 Foresthaven 9 Hoschkes Lane, Maclean $10

COST: INFO & BOOKINGS: www.naturethread.com.au nature.thread1@gmail.com

7 APRIL

LIVE ‘N’ LOUD

KOKEDAMAS

Get on down to the Grafton Library carpark to our all-ages music gig that features local muso’s and bands. Live ‘n’ Loud is a drug and alcohol free event that celebrates Youth Week and great local talent. There’ll be food and drinks, stalls, music and other entertainment.

Kokedama, (translation moss ball) is a form of bonsai originating from Japan and is the art of creating and displaying potless plants using moss and twine. Ages 13+

WHEN: WHERE:

WHERE:

Thursday 7 April, 4pm-8pm Grafton Library 126-144 Pound St, Grafton FREE - Bookings Essential

COST: INFO & BOOKINGS: www.crl.nsw.gov.au libraryevents@clarence.nsw.gov.au (02) 6641 0100

WHEN:

Monday 11 April, 10:30am - 12:00pm Grafton Library 126-144 Pound St, Grafton FREE - Bookings Essential

COST: INFO & BOOKINGS: www.crl.nsw.gov.au libraryevents@clarence.nsw.gov.au (02) 6641 0100

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13 APRIL

KIDS CREATIVE EXPRESSION WORKSHOP

LIBRARY LEGO LEGENDS CHALLENGE

Students bring their favorite story book to inspire creative expression. Draw, paint and sculpt three artworks inspired by book characters and moments. Creative expression is the focus of the workshop. Facilitated by artist educator Kerrie Speirs.

All materials and afternoon tea provided.

Ages. 7 - 14yrs Max. 8 spots

Calling all kids – grab a grandparent and enter a team in our – Ramps, Slides and Bridges lego challenge!

Who will build the best ramp and bridge?

Whose car will go the furthest? Test your design skills in this fun lego challenge. Ages 7+

WHEN:

WHERE:

WHERE:

Wednesday 13 and 20 April, 2 - 5:30pm Yamba Art Space 44a Wooli Street, Yamba $100 Creative Kids Provider

COST: INFO & BOOKINGS: www.yambaartspace.com 0488 070 069

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WHEN:

Wednesday 13 April, 10:30am - 12:00pm Grafton Library 126-144 Pound St, Grafton FREE - Bookings Essential

COST: INFO & BOOKINGS: www.crl.nsw.gov.au libraryevents@clarence.nsw.gov.au (02) 6641 0100

14 APRIL

CLIP, SNIP AND ROLL Clip, snip and roll paper to craft beads, flowers and animals to make jewellery, mobiles, toys and ornaments.

WHEN:

WHERE:

Thursday 14 April, 4-7 years 10:30-11:30am 8+ years 2-3pm Iluka Library Cnr Duke and Micalo Sts, Iluka NSW 2466 FREE - Bookings Essential

COST: INFO & BOOKINGS: www.crl.nsw.gov.au libraryevents@clarence.nsw.gov.au (02) 6646 6542

GARDEN SCULPTURE WORKSHOP Create garden sculptures inspired by nature with local artist educator Cara Macleod, learn new techniques and experiment with materials gathered from your garden and home. Children and their carers are invited to create together. Bring along something to eat together for a picnic in the garden afterwards.

WHEN: WHERE:

COST:

Sunday 17 April, 10:30am - 12:30pm Woombah Wellness Community Garden Cnr Middle & West St, Woombah Adult $10, Child 5+ $7, Family $25

INFO & BOOKINGS: www.events.humanitix.com/ garden-sculpture-workshop www.facebook.com/groups/ wwcgarden 0412 051 141

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20 APRIL

ANGOURIE DANCE YOUTH PROJECT Come and join Angourie Dance Youth Project with award winning dance-artists Janessa Dufty and Jade Dewi Tyas Tunggal.

Contemporary dance workshop with masterclasses and performance coaching in dance technique, partnering, improvisation, composition, videography and collaboration.

Project suitable for ages 8 to 18 years.

WHEN: WHERE:

Wednesday 20 to Friday 22 April Raymond Laurie Sports Centre, Angourie Road, Yamba $280 for 3 days, $100 single day

COST: INFO & BOOKINGS: angouriedance@gmail.com Facebook: @angouriedance YouTube: Angourie Dance

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PACKAGING PORTRAITS Turn old cereal boxes, magazines & books into quirky packaging portraits. Another funky upcycling project brought to you by your library.

WHEN:

WHERE:

Wednesday 20 April, Session 1 (ages 4-7), 10:30 - 11:30am Session 2 (ages 8+), 2-3pm Yamba Library 45 Wooli St, Yamba FREE - Bookings Essential

COST: INFO & BOOKINGS: www.crl.nsw.gov.au libraryevents@clarence.nsw.gov.au (02) 6646 2811

20 APRIL

LITTLE SMARTIES

APRIL SCHOOL HOLIDAYS

Little SmARTies is a monthly program for under-fives their parents & carers, consisting of a mixture of three complementary components across the session. A guided tour of the exhibition on show, a creative activity in the studio gallery and a live music session.

During school term break the Gallery presents a series of fun and creative workshops to inspire our budding artists!

Join local creative Jimmy Wags for a posca workshop focused on our beautiful surrounding landscape.

WHEN:

WHEN:

WHERE: COST: INFO :

Wednesday 20 April, 10:30am - 12:30pm Grafton Regional Gallery 158 Fitzroy St, Grafton $5 per child, carers free www.aprillittlesmarties eventbrite.com.au www.graftongallery.nsw.gov.au gallery@clarence.nsw.gov.au 02 6642 3177

WHERE: COST: INFO :

Wednesday 20 April, 1pm to 3pm Grafton Regional Gallery 158 Fitzroy St, Grafton $30 graftonregionalgallery. eventbrite.com.au www.graftongallery.nsw.gov.au gallery@clarence.nsw.gov.au 02 6642 3177

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21 APRIL

APRIL SCHOOL HOLIDAYS

DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS

During school term break the Gallery presents a series of fun and creative workshops to inspire our budding artists! Join local creative Jimmy Wags for Manga Mania and create your own artwork to take home.

Plunge into Dungeons and Dragons these Easter Holidays! Ages 12+.

WHEN: WHERE: COST: INFO :

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Thursday 21 April, 1pm to 3pm Grafton Regional Gallery 158 Fitzroy St, Grafton $30 graftonregionalgallery. eventbrite.com.au www.graftongallery.nsw.gov.au gallery@clarence.nsw.gov.au 02 6642 3177

WHEN: WHERE:

Saturday 23 April, 12pm-5pm Grafton Library 126-144 Pound St, Grafton FREE - Bookings Essential

COST: INFO & BOOKINGS: www.crl.nsw.gov.au libraryevents@clarence.nsw.gov.au (02) 6641 0100

23 APRIL

GIRAFFES - HOW TALL!

GARDEN GNOME PARTY

Learn how to draw giraffes using a variety of mixed media with a focus on acrylic paint and oil pastels. Workshop will include studies on how to draw giraffes and will allow students to draw realistically or explore their imagination to create an artwork that they will enjoy making.

The giraffe may even need a friend!

The Grafton Gallery Gnomes have been delighting visitors since January. Each Gnome has a unique personality created by local Clarence artists. Come meet the new courtyard gnomes and a special Gnomey Guest

WHEN:

WHERE: COST: INFO :

Saturday 23 April, 5-8 years 9:30 - 12noon 9 years and older 1:30 - 4:30pm Grafton Art Club 365 Dobie Street, Grafton $65 www.artfullyyours.com.au artfullyyoursdeborah@gmail.com Facebook: Artfully Yours 0409 321 226

WHEN: WHERE: COST: INFO :

Thursday 28th April, 4pm-6pm Grafton Regional Gallery 158 Fitzroy St, Grafton Entry by donation graftonregionalgallery. eventbrite.com.au www.graftongallery.nsw.gov.au gallery@clarence.nsw.gov.au 02 6642 3177

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4 APRIL

3 APRIL to 1

SCAN AND PLAN

2022

clarencevalley_youth

All youth week events are drug and alcohol free. Under 12’s must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

For more information and bookings please contact Allira 0428 420 908.

clarencevalleyyouth

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WORKSHOPS, EDUCATION & ARTIST TALKS

30 MARCH

ADULT ART CLASSES

KOKEDAMAS

Learn to see as an artist and develop your skills to draw in weekly art lessons with Artfully Yours. Become proficient in using a variety of media and explore different techniques. You will develop more confidence and have fun painting and drawing and creating wonderful artworks.

Individual tuition is available or ask a friend to share a lesson and create a mini artwork in your chosen media. Great party idea!

Kokedama, (translation moss ball) is a form of bonsai originating from Japan and is the art of creating and displaying potless plants using moss and twine. Suitable for adults.

WHEN: WHERE: COST:

Tues, Wed & Thurs, 6:00-7:30pm Grafton Art Club 365 Dobie Street, Grafton Casual Lessons $28 10 Lessons for $23 each (includes $3 hall fee)

INFO & BOOKINGS: www.artfullyyours.com.au artfullyyoursdeborah@gmail.com 0409321226 Facebook: Artfully Yours

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WHEN:

WHERE:

Halfway Creek: Wed 30 March, 10:30am - 12:00pm Maclean: Friday 1 April, 10:30am - 12:00pm Mobile library at Halfway Creek hall Maclean Library 7 Stanley St, Maclean FREE - Bookings Essential

COST: INFO & BOOKINGS: www.crl.nsw.gov.au libraryevents@clarence.nsw.gov.au

31 MARCH

MAKE A RAG RUG

LANTERN MAKING WORKSHOPS RIVERLIGHT ULMARRA

Turn scrap fabric into a colourful, functional rug. We strip fabric, plait it into yarn then sew it together using a sewing machine to make your very own unique floor mat.

Help create the lanterns for Ulmarra’s inaugural Riverlight Festival and be part of the fun. FREE public workshops to help make a large lantern sculpture that reflects Ulmarra’s character or you can purchase your own lantern-making kit in advance and join the parade on the day.

WHEN: WHERE:

31st March, 7 April, 14 April, 21 April, 28 April, 9am-2pm Iluka Emporium 61 Charles St, Iluka $60

COST: INFO & BOOKINGS: www.geckosnewtail.com geckosnewtail@yahoo.com.au

WHEN: Planning meeting - Thursday 31 March, 7pm Workshop 1 - Saturday 30 April, 11am - 4pm Workshop 2 - Saturday 1 May , 11am - 4pm Workshop 3 - Saturday 7 May, 11am - 4pm WHERE: Brushgrove Hall, Brushgrove COST: FREE INFO & BOOKINGS: www.riverlightulmarra.com.au Instagram @riverlightulmarra

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1 APRIL

NO-SEW BOOKS

WRITING WORKSHOPS: SOMETHING IN THE AIR

Join your library’s resident bookbinder, Monique for a fun workshop exploring NoSew bookish structures.

Reclaimed materials such as brown packing paper, copy paper wrappers, altered pages and gift wrap will be used this workshop.

Participants are welcome to bring sheets of their own paper to work with (90gsm to 120gsm is a good paperweight for these projects). Suitable for adults.

We all breathe the same air – but the virus makes us think twice. Everyone, young and old, has a story to tell about covid. Come to a writing workshop with Claire Aman and activate your story-telling skills so we can record this historic time.

WHEN: WHERE:

Friday 1 April, 1:00pm-4:00pm Grafton Library 126-144 Pound St, Grafton FREE - Bookings Essential

COST: INFO & BOOKINGS: www.crl.nsw.gov.au libraryevents@clarence.nsw.gov.au (02) 6641 0100

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WHEN: WHERE:

Grafton: Saturday 2 April, 10am-1pm Grafton Library 126-144 Pound St, Grafton FREE - Bookings Essential

COST: INFO & BOOKINGS: www.crl.nsw.gov.au libraryevents@clarence.nsw.gov.au

2 APRIL

YOUR INNER FIRE

SPRUNG!! MEET & GREET

Connect with your inner fire by connecting with the fire held by the land, created by you and nature and shared with the community.

In this workshop, together, we will share the magic of making fire and sit together in circle to listen, share, inspire each other with our unique ways of nurturing the fire within our everyday lives.

Join the cast and crew of the Sprung!!

Integrated Dance Theatre for an open forum Q&A after their cabaret performance of FRENCH CAFÉ at the Gallery.

WHEN: WHERE:

Saturday 2 April, 4:30-6:30pm Foresthaven 9 Hoschkes Lane, Maclean $10

COST: INFO & BOOKINGS: www.naturethread.com.au nature.thread1@gmail.com 0436 281 346

WHEN: WHERE: COST: INFO :

Sunday 3 April, 11am - 12pm Grafton Regional Gallery 158 Fitzroy St, Grafton Entry by donation www.sprungqasunday. eventbrite.com.au www.graftongallery.nsw.gov.au gallery@clarence.nsw.gov.au 02 6642 3177

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Image credit: Jade Dewi Tyas Tunggal by Hilton Dawe

5 APRIL

FORGET ME NOTS

MOVING WITH-IN NATURE

This singing group is held at Clarence Valley Conservatorium each Tuesday from 10-11.30am (excl. Public Holidays and NSW School Holidays). Nobody cares how well people sing because somehow, we all come together, sounding great, laughing and having a fabulous time. Morning tea provided. Make connections with others over a song and a cuppa. You’re guaranteed to leave with a smile.

Join internationally recognised dance artist and educator Jade Dewi Tyas Tunggal for Somatic Dance Movement in unique Angourie Yuraygir.

Experience new ways of being healthy, aware and a playful relationship with Nature.

Exploring movement, touch & listening tools for artistic, creative and mindful endeavours – focus on what you feel. Reconnect body, mind and soul to develop trust and confidence. All levels of experience and curiosity welcome.

WHEN: WHERE:

WHEN:

Tuesday 5 April, 10am-11:30am Clarence Valley Conservatorium 8 Villiers Street, Grafton FREE

COST: INFO & BOOKINGS: www.cvcon.nsw.edu.au Facebook: @forgetmenotchoir

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WHERE: COST:

Tuesdays: 5, 12, 19 & 26 April, 10am-12 noon Angourie Nature Reserve Meet 9:50am Back Beach Lookout $30 for each workshop or $100 for entire workshop series Dine & Discover Vouchers accepted

INFO & BOOKINGS: jadedewi@gmail.com Facebook: @jadedewidance YouTube: Jade Dewi Tyas Tunggal

6 APRIL

VINTAGE FILM CLUB

BLOOMS SEW PAINTERLY

Your Grafton and Iluka libraries are hosting a monthly film club to help our community stay social and connected. We will be streaming films every month using beamafilm, the library’s movie streaming platform. Come and join us for a movie and morning tea.

This workshop combines the love of drawing, painting in acrylics and water colour, and embroidery. Create your own floral landscapes and bouquets of flowers using paint, pens, ribbons and threads. Follow step by step instructions to explore materials and create mini artworks on canvas and paper.

This is a great workshop for the beginner and more experienced artist or embroiderer.

WHEN:

WHERE:

Grafton: Wednesday 6 April, 10:30am Iluka: Thursday 7th April, 10:30am Grafton Library 126-144 Pound St, Grafton Iluka Library Cnr Duke and Micalo Sts, Iluka FREE - Bookings Essential

COST: INFO & BOOKINGS: www.crl.nsw.gov.au libraryevents@clarence.nsw.gov.au

WHEN: WHERE:

Saturday 9 April, 10am-4pm Grafton Art Club 365 Dobie Street, Grafton $95

COST: INFO & BOOKINGS: www.artfullyyours.com.au artfullyyoursdeborah@gmail.com Facebook: Artfully Yours 0409 321 226

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9 APRIL

BOTANICAL DYEING

DRAW PAINT & SIP

Learn the process of coaxing colour from nature with Victoria Larnach at this Botanical Bundle Dyeing class.

A fun creative workshop and social event for adults facilitated by Clarence Valley artist educator Kerrie Speirs. Workshop includes artist demonstration, guided activities & all art supplies. Enjoy complimentary beverage & pre dinner nibbles by ‘Juices to you’. Join us for some creative fun, learn new visual art skills.

Limited to 8 participants.

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Saturday 9 April, 10am -12.30pm Grafton Regional Gallery 158 Fitzroy St, Grafton From $65.00 www.botanicaldye_victoria_ larnach.eventbrite.com.au www.graftongallery.nsw.gov.au gallery@clarence.nsw.gov.au 02 6642 3177

WHEN: WHERE:

Saturday 9 April, 2:30-5:30pm Saturday 23 April, 2:30-5:30pm Yamba Art Space 44a Wooli Street, Yamba $100

COST: INFO & BOOKINGS: www.yambaartspace.com info@yambaartspace.com 0488 070 069

9 APRIL

MAKE A MOSAIC MIRROR

TOWARDS 50 WAYS TO PRINT YOUR ETCHING

Create with Linda exploring ‘pique assiette’ style mosaic making. You will produce a special mirror of your own design using china, glass, jewellery and collectibles.

Spend Saturday designing and creating and Sunday grouting and finishing your work.

Discover up to 50 ways to print your etching in this in-depth workshop with artist Christine Porter. Christine has counted more than 50 different processes to ink, wipe or print a plate before it needs to be changed permanently.

This 3 day workshop is about those processes and we’ll work towards 50 ways.

WHEN: WHERE:

COST: INFO :

Saturday 9 - Sunday 10 April, 9am - 12noon each day 27 Micalo St, Iluka (go to the left side of the house where there is a sign) $150 all inclusive 0402330244 artistinthebush@gmail.com www.lindafrylinkanderson.com Facebook: Scribbling Barefoot & Mosaic Art Instagram: scribblingbarefoot

WHEN: WHERE:

9, 10 & 11 April, 10am - 4pm each day Cowper Art Gallery and Studio 90 Clarence Street, Cowper $450

COST: INFO & BOOKINGS: www.cowperartgallery.com/ index.php/workshops/ cowpergallery@iinet.net.au Facebook: @cowperartgallery

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10 APRIL

PASTEL AND PENCIL PORTRAITS

BASKETRY AND NATURAL PLANT FIBRE WEAVING

This workshop is for the beginner and the more experienced artist. It’s easy… pick an animal, draw it (light box available if required) … Watch demonstration on combining pastels and pencils and then do it. Individual instruction given to assist in colour blending and layering including each animals’ eyeballs.

Lots of fun exploring techniques.

Make a unique, practical, or whimsical bespoke bowl or basket with Deb Keyes.

Choose the workshop that best suits you.

Discount available for more than one session. Includes a selection of materials, information, and techniques on using natural plant materials. Limited to 6 participants.

WHEN: WHERE:

Sunday 10 April, 10am-4pm Grafton Art Club 365 Dobie Street, Grafton $85

COST: INFO & BOOKINGS: www.artfullyyours.com.au artfullyyoursdeborah@gmail.com Facebook: Artfully Yours 0409 321 226

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WHEN:

WHERE:

Cordage Creations: April 13, Twined Basketry: April 27 Small coiled bowl: May 11 Stitch a cordage piece: May 25 10am - 1pm each day Yamba Art Space 44a Wooli Street, Yamba $100 per person, per workshop

COST: INFO & BOOKINGS: debrahebbard@westnet.com.au 0438 901 401

13 APRIL

ECOINNOVATE

ADVANCED CYANOTYPES WITH RAIMOND DE WEERDT

Where science and arts converge to create climate solutions. Join creatives from the Clarence Valley to talk about challenges facing our local environment. Connect with people and projects that are helping better our region. Facilitated by Cate McQuillen a passionate crusader for the environment who works with community to develop positive attitudes and values through learning experiences, everyone is welcome.

This workshop is for those who have completed the introduction to Cyanotype process and want to take the art of blue prints a step further to create a suite of prints that are exhibition ready. Students will work from negatives and experiment with advanced techniques of toning and other processes.

WHEN: WHERE:

Wednesday 13 April, 5:30pm Grafton Library 126-144 Pound St, Grafton FREE - Bookings Essential

COST: INFO & BOOKINGS: www.crl.nsw.gov.au libraryevents@clarence.nsw.gov.au (02) 6641 0100

WHEN: WHERE:

Saturday 16 April, 10am - 4pm Cowper Art Gallery and Studio 90 Clarence Street, Cowper $150

COST: INFO & BOOKINGS: www.cowperartgallery.com/ index.php/workshops/ cowpergallery@iinet.net.au Facebook: @cowperartgallery

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20 APRIL

ARTISTS UNPACKED: ARTIST RUN SPACES

LIFE DRAWING SOIREE

Creatives need to show and share their work – why not create your own space? We unpack the business of running an artist run initiative. Hear from people who’ve done it and share their experience. Get ideas and make connections – for musicians, artists, artisans, and creatives of all types.

Draw a live model during a relaxed session to music with Linda. You will be guided through some warm up drawing exercises and encouraged to draw what you see. Pastels and charcoal will be available for you explore on paper. A glass of bubbles and nibbles on arrival.

WHEN: WHERE: COST: INFO :

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Wednesday 20 April, 5:30pm - 7:30pm Grafton Regional Gallery 158 Fitzroy St, Grafton $10 www.graftongallery.nsw.gov.au gallery@clarence.nsw.gov.au 02 6642 3177

WHEN: WHERE:

Thursday 21 April, 5 - 7:30pm 27 Micalo St, Iluka (go to the left side of the house where there is a sign) $50 all inclusive

COST: INFO & BOOKINGS: : 0402330244 artistinthebush@gmail.com www.lindafrylinkanderson.com Facebook: Scribbling Barefoot & Mosaic Art Instagram: scribblingbarefoot

23 APRIL

COLOUR CONFIDENCE WITH KERRIE BOWLES

MAGIC TRANSFORMATIONS

Working with and understanding colour is a magical process but one that many people struggle with. In this intensive workshop you will not only learn the theory of colour but also how to use colours that create confidence in your art making process. Join Kerrie for some colourful fun!

If you like the funny side of life, the peculiar or making things of beauty then this is the place to explore. Collage is the way to combine random images from different sources and include textures or memorabilia. We will explore simple compositions and include art media to create interest on smaller and larger formats. Come and have fun making your own artwork with Artfully Yours. Warning - we cut up books!

WHEN: WHERE:

Saturday 23 & Sunday 24 April, 10am - 4pm Cowper Art Gallery and Studio 90 Clarence Street, Cowper $300

COST: INFO & BOOKINGS: www.cowperartgallery.com/ index.php/workshops/ cowpergallery@iinet.net.au Facebook: @cowperartgallery

WHEN: WHERE:

Sunday 24 April, 10am-4pm Grafton Art Club 365 Dobie Street, Grafton $50

COST: INFO & BOOKINGS: www.artfullyyours.com.au artfullyyoursdeborah@gmail.com Facebook: Artfully Yours 0409 321 226

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28 APRIL

Old

OLD MASTERS

Celebrating the finer things in life ~ art music and friendship This program is for people aged 60+ living in rafton Regional Gallery is wheelchair & mobility aid accessible r any access orassisted booking enquiries, contact or please residential care facilities, looking llery@clarence.nsw.gov.au for a safe & social experience, and their carers or support person.

WHEN: WHERE: COST:

Thursday 28 April, 10:30am-12:30pm Grafton Regional Gallery 158 Fitzroy St, Grafton Entry by donation. Carers or Support Workers are free

INFO & BOOKINGS: www.oldmastersgrg. eventbrite.com.au www.graftongallery.nsw.gov.au gallery@clarence.nsw.gov.au 02 6642 3177

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ARTISTS UNPACKED: SELLING ONLINE Unpack the business of selling product online with Sami Gilroy from Sparrow Digital.

With 10+years of personal and professional experience and one of the Top 50 people in e-commerce 2 years running, Sami works with small and mid size business looking to take that next digital step.

WHEN: WHERE: COST: INFO :

Saturday 30 April, 11am - 1pm Grafton Regional Gallery 158 Fitzroy St, Grafton $10 www.graftongallery.nsw.gov.au gallery@clarence.nsw.gov.au 02 6642 3177

IF YOU ARE A VISUAL ARTIST, MUSICIAN, PERFORMER, CREATIVE WORKSHOP PROVIDER, DANCER OR PRACTICE ANY OTHER ART AND CULTURE ACTIVITY AND WANT TO BE A PART OF PLUNGE 2023, REGISTER YOUR INTEREST

BY EMAILING: PLUNGE@CLARENCE.NSW.GOV.AU FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT PLUNGE GO TO: CLARENCE.NSW.GOV.AU/PLUNGE

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Notes

Notes

Keep listening to your community radio station for what’s happening during the Plunge Festival - daily updates during Kick Start Your Day With Damo - Weekday Mornings first at 5am and throughout the day.

Proud to be local - Loving Life FM103.1 and also streaming online through www.lovinglife.fm

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